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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

7/10

Aberdeen

scored higher in 7 categories

VS

3/10

Lincoln

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). University of Lincoln is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

University of Aberdeen vs University of Lincoln at a glance

University of Aberdeen and University of Lincoln both teach 49 subject areas, the largest being Law, Mathematics and English Studies. University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £4,200 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Aberdeen is higher in 23 and University of Lincoln in 1. The widest gap is in Biomedical Sciences: £36,000 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, against £27,500 from University of Lincoln. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Aberdeen is higher in 20 and University of Lincoln in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#288
QS World
#851
#201
THE World
#601
#22
Guardian UK
#38
1495
Established
1861
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

University of Aberdeen

University of Lincoln

89.2%
84.2%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£37,600
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.3%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.8%
20.5%

International

International student share

597
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

3
21

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇨🇳China20.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%
VS

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

49 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

University of Aberdeen

University of Lincoln

Also taught at both: Mechanical Engineering, Philosophy, Sociology & Criminology, Accounting, Forensic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Theology & Religious Studies, Zoology & Animal Biology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, General Engineering, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Music, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biology, Ecology & Conservation, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Creative Writing, Medicine, Computing & IT, Heritage & Conservation, Human Resource Management, Physical Geography & Climate, Social Policy & Public Policy, Anatomy & Pathology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Building & Construction.

Only at University of Aberdeen

Only at University of Lincoln

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

University of Aberdeen
£20,800
University of Lincoln
£18,300

University of Lincoln is about £2,500 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen
£23,000
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £4,200 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

University of Aberdeen

University of Lincoln

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Mathematics

    £28,000Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction88%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    90%Satisfaction75%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction92%

  • Computer Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)£29,500
    77%Satisfaction73%

  • Physics

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • Psychology (General)

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    88%Satisfaction82%

  • History

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction83%

  • Business Studies

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    100%Satisfaction83%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
    91%Satisfaction89%

  • Chemistry

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    91%Satisfaction77%

  • Education Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)No data
    95%Satisfaction82%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Aberdeen vs University of Lincoln: common questions

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Lincoln cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £4,200 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both University of Aberdeen and University of Lincoln?

Both universities teach 49 subject areas: Law, Mathematics, English Studies, Economics, Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, Physics, Psychology (General), History, Business Studies, Chemical Engineering, Film Production & Cinematography and 37 more.

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Lincoln better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, and £21,000 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at University of Aberdeen and 89% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Aberdeen or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

What can you study at University of Aberdeen but not at University of Lincoln?

University of Aberdeen teaches 31 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Management, French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Celtic Studies, Ancient Languages, Teacher Training, Civil Engineering and 23 more.

What can you study at University of Lincoln but not at University of Aberdeen?

University of Lincoln teaches 32 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Design & Fashion, Animal Science, Journalism, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Architecture, Classical Studies, Cultural Studies and 24 more.

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University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses